Material and methods

Results

Average prevalence of self-medication was 63.1%. Majority of respondents (62.1%) used OTC drugs, e.g. non-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs and herbal medications, for self-medication. The major indications for self-treatment were gastrointestinal disorders, headache, prophylaxis, acute viral respiratory tract infections and different types of pain.

Conclusion

.The majority of Russian population use different medications for self-treatment. It is necessary to develop and distribute objective informational materials for population to reduce the risk associated with uncontrolled self-medication.